In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, hosted by Rahul N Singh, the focus is on the second verse of the Shiva Sutras - 'Gyanam Bandha' or 'Knowledge is Bondage'. Rahul explores the paradox of how knowledge, while essential for dispelling ignorance, must eventually be transcended to avoid becoming…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh explores the significance of Mahashivratri, a night dedicated to contemplating Lord Shiva. Rahul discusses the diverse aspects of Shiva's life, including his roles as a householder, a wise sage, and a meditative icon. He introduces the audience to…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh discusses the concept of living spontaneously in the present moment. He emphasizes the importance of acting wholeheartedly in whatever arises, whether happiness, sadness, or anger, and not resisting emotions. Rahul shares a personal story about managing anger while…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh delves into the embodiment of realization and what life is like after enlightenment. Discussing everything from pre-enlightenment perceptions and the onset of spiritual teachings to the deep understanding and recognition of one's true nature as formless awareness, Rahul…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh explores the essential qualities a guru should possess in teaching Advaita Vedanta. He critically examines the necessity of Sanskrit knowledge for a guru and argues that the experiential aspect of realizing Brahman is far more crucial. Drawing on…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh dives into the current political climate in America and its impact on individuals' mental health and well-being. Emphasizing the application of Advaita Vedanta, Rahul shares practical steps to manage anxiety, fear, and anger, such as reducing social media…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh discusses his personal experience with overcoming anxiety by staying in the present moment. He shares how reading Eckhart Tolle's 'The Power of Now' helped him manage his thoughts and find peace. Rahul emphasizes the importance of being aware…
In this thought-provoking episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh delves deep into the essence of genuine spiritual practice. He questions the seriousness of casual spiritual activities and emphasizes the importance of applying spiritual lessons to daily life. Rahul explores the idea of moving beyond temporary worldly…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh explores the concept of awareness from the perspectives of duality and non-duality. He delves into the idea of being aware of an object versus awareness of awareness itself, referencing spiritual teachers like Rupert Spira and Ramana Maharshi. The…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh discusses the recent controversy surrounding popular Indian YouTuber Ranveer, also known as BeerBiceps, involving a crude joke made on a comedy roast show. Rahul explores questions around the boundaries of humor, spirituality, and public reactions. He compares the…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh discusses the recent controversy surrounding popular Indian YouTuber Ranveer, also known as BeerBiceps, involving a crude joke made on a comedy roast show. Rahul explores questions around the boundaries of humor, spirituality, and public reactions. He compares the…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh reflects on an intriguing meta-reaction video he did with his friend @YamsoxLives The detailed discussion touches on the importance of seeing similarities, recent YouTube drama involving a spiritual roundtable with Artem, interactions about spiritual teachings, and the responsibility…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh discusses various topics related to enlightenment and its misconceptions. He reflects on a recent video misrepresenting Acharya Prashant's views on Osho's enlightenment. Rahul delves into Osho's teachings and their impact on his own spiritual journey. He emphasizes that…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh discusses various topics related to enlightenment and its misconceptions. He reflects on a recent video misrepresenting Acharya Prashant's views on Osho's enlightenment. Rahul delves into Osho's teachings and their impact on his own spiritual journey. He emphasizes that…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh delves into a profound question about non-dual awareness posed by a deeply practiced listener. He discusses the concept of radical non-duality, emphasizing that the true self is beyond duality, non-duality, change, and permanence. Citing the Ashtavakra Gita, he…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, Rahul N Singh delves into the concept of formless awareness and pure consciousness—the essence of non-duality. He discusses the fundamental question of 'Who am I?' by analyzing the body and mind, which are subject to change and thus cannot be the true…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh addresses the complexities of discussing spiritual wisdom using language. He explores the differences and similarities between Advaita Vedanta and Buddhism, emphasizing the concept of the 'self.' Rahul discusses the pitfalls of certain non-dual teachings and highlights the importance…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh delves into the recent YouTube drama within the non-dual circles and highlights the key misconceptions of Neo Advaita. He contrasts the traditional Advaita Vedanta teachings with the modern Neo Advaitic interpretations, emphasizing the importance of intellectual grounding and…
In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh introduces the launch of a community Discord server and an upcoming extensive course on Advaita Vedanta and formless awareness. He delves into the subject of true enlightenment, analyzing the traits of genuinely enlightened individuals versus those who falsely…
I join my friends @ShivaKailashShambho and @LeoAwakening to discuss the dark tunnel of neo-advaita. We go deep into how neo-advaita can be dangerous and why preliminary practice is so important! I want to make a correction here that I was informed that @EmersonNonDuality has rejected Tony Parsons and Jim Newman's…
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Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEQmXLNdTDOa_7b7J0zO0ew/join In this final episode of 2024, host Rahul N Singh shares his 37-year spiritual journey, starting from his early years of chanting mantras to his immersion in non-dualistic teachings. Through personal anecdotes, Rahul discusses the significant spiritual influences in his life,…
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Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEQmXLNdTDOa_7b7J0zO0ew/join Embracing Oneness: Overcoming Divisions with Love and Awareness Join host Rahul N Singh in this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast as he delves into the profound concept of 'Being Boundless.' Drawing on teachings from his guru and spiritual traditions such…